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Adolescent to Young Adult Education (7 - 12)

Do you remember a teacher who has influenced your life in some way? You can return
the favor by majoring in secondary/adolescence to young adult education and change
the lives of young adults, ages 12–21. Students with high energy and a passion for
life learn the skills needed to make a difference in adolescents’ lives and their
families through teaching.

The Art Education program of study is designed to develop your knowledge and skills
as a student, teacher, and artist. You must complete 39 hours of general education,
ensuring a broad foundation in the liberal arts, an important facet of a strong education.
A critical element in the development of effective teaching skills is a strong professional
background in the fundamentals of education.

Early childhood education prepares adults with energy and a passion for life with
the skills to influence the lives of young children and their families through teaching.
Students learn theories and the best teaching practices to do their job effectively.
Great learning experiences can be found on campus and in the community.

Students majoring in foreign language education will not only learn the French, Spanish
or German language, but also how to teach others how to speak it. In this program,
students will also focus on the culture, traditions and famous figures of countries
that speak these languages.

Do you have high energy, a passion for life and a desire to make a difference in the
lives of children, ages 8-14, and their families? This can be accomplished by majoring
in middle childhood education. Opportunities on campus and in school and community
settings help students absorb the best teaching practices and theories that can be
applied to children in grades 4-9.

What are the most effective ways to teach people how to play and appreciate music?
That's what you'll learn as a music education major, and a combination of exceptional
faculty and facilities make UT an ideal learning environment.

You can make a difference in the lives of people with disabilities by majoring in
special education. Intervention specialists become classroom teachers in grades K-12
of students with mild to moderate disabilities (including mental retardation, specific
learning disabilities, challenging behaviors, etc.), students with moderate to intensive
disabilities (including physical disabilities, mental retardation, autism, significant
emotional/behavioral issues, etc.) and students in grades preschool – 12 with vision
impairment.

The Licensure and Master’s Program (LAMP) is for people who have a bachelors degree
and want to become a licensed teacher. The programs enable a student to get both Ohio
licensure and a master’s degree in education.